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RE03 HYT

2003 Citroen C5

Red Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2019
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

84,154 mi
Last recorded84,154 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2018
Typical for 2003 Citroen C586,280 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE03 HYT
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2018 84,154 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit both tyres (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged door mirror ()

Pass 11 Apr 2017 83,231 miles

Front Bumper insecure ()

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both lamps (1.7.5a)

Oil leak ()

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

both front tyres badly worn on inner edge and close to legal limit

engine light on

Pass 5 Apr 2016 82,733 miles

engine light on

Pass 8 Apr 2015 81,639 miles

Oil leak

Fail 7 Apr 2015 81,633 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Oil leak

engine light on

Pass 10 Apr 2014 80,009 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2013 76,358 miles

corrosion appearing on o/s/r brake disc

Pass 17 May 2012 73,418 miles

Dampness of suspension fluid around the O/S/F suspension complex piping.

Engine 'K' Lamp illuminated on dash.

Inner surfaces of rear discs corroding

Pass 18 May 2011 69,557 miles
Fail 18 May 2011 69,557 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 May 2010 62,581 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Apr 2009 54,216 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2008 46,260 miles

slight play in nearside front anti roll bar drop link

Pass 21 Jun 2007 38,696 miles

front tyres low on tread and worn on inner edges

slight play in osf anti rollbar drop link

Pass 29 Mar 2007 36,712 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2006 27,959 miles

How Reliable is the Citroen C5?

Based on 931,868 MOT tests across 82,427 vehicles.

72.0%
Pass Rate
7,739
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
82,427
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 42,736
position lamp(s) not working 29,340
Registration plate lamp not working 24,921
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 16,481
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 15,920
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RE03 HYT is a 2003 Citroen C5 in Red with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2003 Citroen C5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.5% with a typical mileage of 86,280 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Citroen C5 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 42,736 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RE03 HYT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Citroen C5 typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 23 years old, this Citroen C5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RE03 HYT registered?

RE03 HYT is a 2003 Citroen C5, first registered on 31 March 2003.

Is RE03 HYT safe to buy?

The MOT history for RE03 HYT shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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